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Heathlands Fireworks 2013

Heathlands Fireworks 2013Fireworks 2013

The Heathlands School PTA annual fireworks display(sponsored by Hatfields Home Furnishers) is taking place on Saturday 9th November.  With advance purchase of programmes at just £3.50 this is great value (available from Heathlands Primary School, local businesses & other schools in Colchester).  Entry at the gate will cost £5 for adults and £4 for children.

With the gates opening at 5:30 there will be plenty to keep you occupied before the display:

  • bonfire lit at 6pm;
  • barbecue;
  • hot drinks;
  • real ale;
  • live band;
  • mulled wine;
  • glow sticks;
  • sweets.

To find out more visit www.heathlandsblog.co.uk or email [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”].

Heathlands School PTA is a registered charity (10377284).

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Traffic Safety Update


Last summer the Parish Council adopted a Traffic Safety Plan which has its origins in the Parish Plan and has as its aim an enhancement of levels of safety in the village.  This plan has been developed by the Environment and Highways Committee of the Parish Council as a result of the ongoing and increasing concerns of village residents.

A principal objective of the traffic plan is to improve all aspects of safety in the region of  Heathlands School and the surrounding feeder roads.  To achieve this measures are needed that will help to slow traffic, restrict parking that is irresponsible in dangerous areas and at the same time  provide alternative parking for parents that find it necessary to use a car to transport their children to school.

The plan contains a number of proposals for relatively minor structural work in New Church Road and School Lane.  These include parking restrictions at the junctions at each end of New Church Road, better signage to improve awareness of the school and a build out from the footpath from Mumford Close.  These plans have now been considered for implementation by the Local Highways Panel and it is good to report that all have been approved.  It is pleasing to know that if ideas that come forward from the village are put into a plan and discussed with the authorities concerned they can be developed into realistic projects.  As yet there is no news of when the work will take place but the village will be kept informed.

For its part the Parish Council has considered ways of providing alternative parking.  The Orpen Hall car park will be resurfaced and facilities improved.  The works mentioned above will enhance safety for the walk from the car park to school.  The Treble Tile has agreed that, subject to certain conditions, its car park can be used at school drop off and pick up times.  To make safe the walk from here to school a new footpath parallel to School Lane is being installed along the edge of Poors Land.

Throughout this process the Parish Council is in dialogue with the school to ensure that as these modifications are put into place maximum advantage for all concerned is achieved by them.  A full copy of The Safety Plan can be obtained by E-mail from The Parish Clerk or Harry Stone at  [email protected] or alternatively it can be viewed on this website.

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Lighting the skies for 20 years

Featuring BBC Essex presenter Steve Scruton, Heathlands School PTA are hoping their 20th Anniversary display goes with a bang. Taking place at Heathlands on Saturday 10th November they have planned a spectacular show with the same award winning display team promising yet again to put on a dazzling spectacle for all the family.

The organisers promise a great night out for all, with a top quality entertainment package, fun stalls and wide variety of food and drink.

  • Hog Roast, Barbecue and hot & cold drinks are available
  • Gates open 5.30pm
  • Bonfire lit 6.00pm
  • Fireworks from 7.00pm

Tickets/Programmes go on sale during October priced £3 pre-purchased or £4 on the night and will be
available from local village shops and other outlets, children aged 3 and under will have FREE admission.

    This highly popular event is now in its 20th year and has become a key highlight in the Colchester calendar, attracting families from a wide area. It is organised by the Heathlands School Parent Teacher Association and is the main fundraiser for the school, providing essential funds for much-needed equipment.

    This material has been developed for the West Bergholt Village Website at http://www.westbergholt.net
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    Jubilee Events

    On Monday 4th June 2012, the aim is to light 2,012 (or more) beacons – the length and breadth of the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, the Commonwealth and other countries around the world to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and West Bergholt has been chosen to be a part of this exciting event. Our Beacon is scheduled for 10:30pm at the Orpen Hall on June 4th, and the Parish Council is planning some exciting events to go with this.

    It is planning events for the beacon lighting ceremony including fireworks and possible hog roast.   As part of the Jubilee celebrations a family fun day will be held on Saturday 16th June. If you represent a village group or are just really keen to get involved in planning these events, you might want to pop in to the next planning meeting at 8pm 22nd March in the John Lampon Hall, or contact John Gili-Ross on 242236.

    Help us make it an event to remember!

    This material has been developed for the West Bergholt Village Website at http://www.westbergholt.net
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    Fireworks at West Bergholt 2011

    Firework display 2011

    We are pleased to announce arrangements for this year’s grand fireworks display, presented at Heathlands Primary School, West Bergholt, on Saturday 5th November.

    We have planned a spectacular show with the same award winning display team promising yet again to put on a dazzling spectacle for all the family. We promise a great night out for all, with a top quality entertainment package featuring BBC Essex presenter Steve Scruton.  There is also a wide variety of food and drink, including Hog Roast and real ale, as well as many side show games.

    This highly popular event is now in its 19th year and has become a key highlight in the Colchester village calendar, attracting families from a wide area.  It is organised by the Heathlands School Parent Teacher Association and is the main fundraiser for the school, providing essential funds for much-needed equipment.

    • Tickets/Programmes go on sale during October priced £3 pre-purchased or £4 on the night
    • Children under 3 FREE
    • Gates open 5.30pm – Fireworks from 7.00pm
    • Hog Roast, Barbecue and hot drinks available
    • Tickets can be purchased from any of the following:
      • Heathlands School
      • William Bishop Ward School (Great Horkesley)
      • Holy Trinity School (Eight Ash Green)
      • Myland Primary School (Myland)
      • Ash’s Convenience Express (West Bergholt)
      • West Bergholt Post Office
      • Fordham Post Office
      • West Bergholt Pharmacy
      • Scissorhands (West Bergholt)
      • The Treble Tile (West Bergholt)
      • The Bricklayers Arms (North Station)

    For press information contact Rachel Young, Chairman of the Heathlands School PTA Fireworks Committee on 01206-240360.

    This material has been developed for the West Bergholt Village Website at http://www.westbergholt.net
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    Bangers at Heathlands

    … with a BBQ and Firework Display. Heathlands Primary School PTA is holding its 18th fireworks on Saturday November 6th in the school grounds.

    Tickets/programmes are now available from local shops priced £3 pre-purchased or will cost £4 on the night. Children under 3 free. Ticket reservation 01206 240288.

    Gates open 5.30pm, fireworks 7pm. Barbecue and hot drinks available.

    This material has been developed for the West Bergholt Village Website at http://www.westbergholt.net
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    Grand Fireworks Display – 8th November

    2008 Fireworks
    Tickets are now on sale for the 14th Annual ‘Grand Fireworks Display’ at Heathland Primary School. A significant fund-raiser for the school this event has become increasingly popular with visitors from all around coming to see the action.

    Tickets/Programmes are priced £3.00 and can be pre-purchased from local village shops or for £4.00 on the night.  Children under 3 are FREE.
    Ticket reservations – telephone 01206-240288
    Gates open 5.30pm – Fireworks from 7.00pm
    Barbecue and hot drinks available.

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    Grand Fireworks Display – 3d November


    On Saturday 3 November Heathlands Primary School will be holding a Grand Fireworks Display with gates opening at 5.30pm and fireworks beginning at 7pm. Tickets from local stores price £3 with £4 on the night. Many side stalls, entertainment and a wide variety of food on sale.

    This material has been developed for the West Bergholt Village Website at http://www.westbergholt.net
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